Kansas-based carrier files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Mast Trucking reported over $5.7 million in unsecured claims, affecting creditors such as BMO and Daimler Truck Financial.

By David Taube • Feb. 20, 2026

Ryder Q4 operating revenue flat year over year

CEO Robert Sanchez says the company’s balanced growth strategy has allowed it to work through the prolonged freight downturn.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 19, 2026

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Illinois at risk of losing $129M in DOT funding over CDL issues: FMCSA

Officials say the state's commercial driver license issuance policies are compliant with federal requirements.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 18, 2026

Many workers lack access to employer-provided retirement plans, data shows

“The bottom line is that if Americans are not saving for retirement through their employer, then they are probably not saving at all,” the National Institute on Retirement Security found.

By Ginger Christ • Feb. 18, 2026

Weak LTL market shrinks TFI International LTL revenue

U.S. less-than-truckload revenue declined by 11% in Q4, but the company pointed to some early, encouraging signs in other segments.

By David Taube • Feb. 18, 2026

How a combined UP-NS railroad would alter market dynamics

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern say a merger will increase competition between railroads as well as with trucks.

By Bill Stephens • Feb. 17, 2026

Werner restructures one-way truckload business, takes $44M charge

The company is narrowing its focus to specialized, higher-margin freight, including pharmaceuticals and technology.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 17, 2026

Maersk expands ground network with new Southern California hub

The logistics giant’s new facility adds 22 doors to expedite freight movement in and out of the region.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 13, 2026

Paccar expects rebound in truck demand as it drops tariff surcharges

The manufacturer of Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks has seen order intake accelerate and margins increase following a challenging 2025.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 13, 2026

FMCSA issues final nondomiciled CDL rule, upping standards for states

The final rule, which renews and adjusts an interim version from September, is set to become effective in mid-March.

By David Taube • Feb. 12, 2026

Wabash to idle Indiana, Minnesota plants, cut 270 jobs amid weak demand

The company expects to incur $16 million in upfront charges, but anticipates annual savings of roughly $10 million once the plants are idled.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 12, 2026

EPA to strike Obama-era pillar for truck emissions

The federal government will seek to cancel a 2009 scientific finding that’s served as the basis for emissions rules for truck manufacturers.

By David Taube • Feb. 11, 2026

Saia’s operating ratio falters in Q4

The metric landed at 91.9% in the quarter, which the carrier expects to improve as its new terminals mature, CEO Fritz Holzgrefe said on an earnings call.

By David Taube • Feb. 10, 2026

Truckload Carriers Association names new president

Former FMCSA leader and trucking industry veteran Jim Mullen will take over the role April 6.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2026

XPO’s administrative restructuring leads to Q4 operating income dip

The 3.4% year-over-year decline came amid equity award payouts tied to former chairman Brad Jacobs pivoting away from direct involvement in the company, the carrier said.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2026

WM to acquire Waste Resources in California

The company, which offers residential and commercial hauling to parts of Southern California, operates a fleet of 60 vehicles. 

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 10, 2026

Volvo Q4 truck orders fall 34% YoY in North America

The manufacturer anticipates weak Q1 deliveries as it continues to underutilize its capacity due to the ongoing freight recession.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 9, 2026

Sprint Mart launches professional driver loyalty program

The platform lets members earn points when they buy fuel, which can be redeemed for free showers or drinks, or select in-store discounts.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 9, 2026

Old Dominion reports nearly 9% YoY drop in Q4 operating income

The company said the primary driver of the decline was a nearly 10% year-over-year decrease in shipments during the quarter. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 6, 2026

AAA Cooper seeks to build new facility in Spokane, Washington

The new site will feature a truck loading dock and office, have a footprint over 29,000 square feet and is estimated to be worth $14 million once completed.

By David Taube • Feb. 6, 2026

Schneider National’s Q4 profits in intermodal up 5% YoY

While revenue in the segment fell 8%, quarterly income from operations rose $800,000 from a year ago.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 5, 2026

Knight Transportation names president

Former PAM Transport CEO Joe Vitirrito is now leading the Knight-Swift business unit after rejoining the carrier in November.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 4, 2026

ArcBest offsets freight recession pressures with new LTL customers

The company is leaning on new business to drive shipments as it waits for key industries like manufacturing to recover.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 4, 2026

2026 federal spending bill provides $200M for truck parking

The American Transportation Research Institute found that the average truck driver spends about 56 minutes of drive time daily seeking a safe place to park.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 4, 2026

Schneider National’s Q4 income from operations falls 14%

However, the carrier’s truckload segment provided a silver lining by gaining nearly $50 million in new revenues from a year ago.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 3, 2026